תֵּימְנִי (te.me.ni)
te.me.ni
Temeni
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
- —
- Part of speech
- N:N-M-P
Word Overview
The name Temeni appears only once in the Hebrew Bible, recorded in the genealogies of 1 Chronicles 4:6 as a son of Ashhur. While it does not carry theological weight or narrative action, its meaning offers a quiet glimpse into how ancient Israelites understood their identity and geography. The name is generally interpreted to mean "southern," linking the individual directly to the southern region of Judah.
In the context of 1 Chronicles, this single mention helps map the family lines of the tribe of Judah during the period of the Divided Monarchy. Temeni is listed alongside his brothers Ahuzzam, Hepher, and Haahashtari, as well as several half-brothers. By preserving these names, the text emphasizes the continuity of the tribe and the importance of lineage in post-exilic Jewish community life.
The etymology suggests a regional identifier rather than a personal trait. Just as modern surnames might indicate origin (like "London" or "Hill"), Temeni likely served to distinguish this branch of Ashhur’s family by their connection to the southern territories. It stands as a small but specific marker of place within the broader story of Judah.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Temeni appears just once in Scripture, tucked into a list of sons in 1 Chronicles 4:6. It means 'southern,' pointing to a specific region rather than a personal trait. In ancient Israel, names often marked where a family came from or settled. This small detail helps us see how identity was tied to land and lineage.
For your faith life, this reminds us that God keeps records of every name. Even in long genealogies, no one is forgotten. Your place in God’s story matters just as much as those ancient names on the page. You are known by name, rooted in His purpose.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Temeni1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- תֵּימְנִ֖י1×